21min chapter

Foundering cover image

OpenAI Part 5: Beware the Ides of November

Foundering

CHAPTER

The Boardroom Coup and Triumphant Return of Sam

The chapter explores the sudden dismissal of Sam, a billionaire and leader of OpenAI, by the board due to communication issues and loss of confidence. It delves into the aftermath of the coup, with employees drafting letters, petitions, and threatening to leave the company. Negotiations lead to a deal where Sam is reinstated as CEO, marking a significant shift in dynamics within the company.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode